Rose (Downy)

Common Name

Downy Rose, Soft Downy Rose

Latin Name

Rosa mollis

Status

Native

Distribution

Widespread.

Habitats

Scrub, hedge banks, woodland margins, upland road verges.

Requirements

Will grow on a range of better-drained soils. Tolerates exposure.

Recommendations

An alternative to dog rose. Vigorous suckering habit.

Origins/Provenance

Existing populations are wild. Use plants of local provenance. Allowing natural colonisation may be the preferred option.